Jars of Clay
Fragile vessels carrying all-surpassing power.
Our human weakness displaying divine strength.
The big idea
We are hard pressed on every side, yet not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair.
Opening scripture
“But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.”
What does “Jars of Clay” walk through?
Jars of Clay
2 Corinthians 4:7 · KJV
But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.
In plain English
But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.
Walking in Truth
Paul's letter to 2 Corinthians reveals the boundless depths of gospel grace. Our human weakness displaying divine strength. By applying this truth daily, our hearts find steady peace.
“We are hard pressed on every side, yet not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair.”
Pray
Father, thank You for the truth of 2 Corinthians 4:7. Let Your Holy Spirit empower me to walk in its light today. Amen.
Write it down
How can the truth of 2 Corinthians 4:7 shape your mindset today?
Abide in Grace
Let the peace of Christ rule in your heart today.
Which passages does this journey use?
One passage, drawn from 2 Corinthians 4:7. Every verse appears here in the King James text with a plain-English line beside it, so you can read it without a commentary open. Allow about 4 minutes for the whole thing, or 4 short sittings.
- 2 Corinthians 4:7
Read any of these in full on the complete KJV, or look the wording up independently at Blue Letter Bible.
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